Divide numbers mentally using factors or partitioning

The ArithmeKit from CanDoMaths provides a series of mathematical exercises focusing on mental division using factors or partitioning. The exercises are designed to strengthen the ability of students to divide numbers in their head or with minimal jottings. For instance, the division problems are broken down into simpler steps, such as (120 ÷ 20) ÷ 4 or (90 ÷ 9) ÷ 2, encouraging students to apply their understanding of factors and division to solve the problems efficiently. The kit also includes problem-solving tasks that require matching methods to find the correct answer for divisions like 120÷24 and 90÷18, as well as calculations such as 48 ÷ 12 = 4, where students use step-by-step mental division to reach the solution.

Further advancing the concept, the kit challenges students to use factors to mentally calculate divisions such as 576 ÷ 18 and 768 ÷ 24, prompting them to notice patterns and relationships between the numbers. Additionally, students are tasked with creating their own problems involving partitioning, like 600÷15 and 480÷12. The ArithmeKit also includes exercises for higher-level arithmetic, including problems with negative numbers, rounding decimals, adding large numbers, and using place value for subtraction. The aim is to build a strong foundation in mental arithmetic and problem-solving skills, which are crucial for mathematical proficiency.